Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Caveman (89) in Washington, D.C. by Jay Hall Carpenter, Cary Shafer, Robert Alger

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The Caveman (89) gargoyle is a limestone sculpture located on the northwest tower of the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. Created by Jay Hall Carpenter, Cary Shafer, and Robert Alger, it is part of the Cathedral's extensive collection of 112 gargoyles. Positioned at the roof level on the southwest corner of the tower, this gargoyle represents a prehistoric human figure and contributes to the Cathedral's Gothic architectural character. The site is accessible via the Woodley Park - Zoo - Adams Morgan Metro station.